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TROUBLESHOOTING
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Remote control
AM
The desired station
cannot be tuned in with
the automatic tuning
method.
The signal is weak or the antenna
connections are loose.
Tighten the AM loop antenna connections
and orient it for best reception.
—
Use the manual tuning method.
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There are continuous
crackling and hissing
noises.
Noises result from lightning,
fluorescent lamps, motors,
thermostats and other electrical
equipment.
Use an outdoor antenna and a ground wire.
This will help somewhat, but it is difficult to
eliminate all noise.
—
There are buzzing and
whining noises
(especially in the
evening).
A TV set is being used nearby.
Move this unit away from the TV.
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The AM loop antenna is placed near
the speaker cables.
Place the AM loop antenna away from the
speaker cables.
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The AM ANT and GND cords are
inserted in the wrong terminal.
Make sure the white cord is inserted into the
AM ANT terminal and the black cord into
the GND terminal.
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Problem
Cause
Remedy
Refer to
page
The remote control
does not work or
function properly.
Wrong distance or angle.
The remote control will function within a maximum
range of 6 m (20 ft) and no more than 30 degrees off-
axis from the front panel.
6
Direct sunlight or lighting (from an
inverter type of fluorescent lamp, etc.) is
striking the remote control sensor of this
unit.
Reposition this unit.
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The batteries are weak.
Replace all batteries.
3
The remote control code was not correctly
set.
Set the remote control code correctly.
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Try to set the other codes of the same manufacturer.
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Even if the remote control code is
correctly set, some models may not
respond to the remote control.
